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A794 GAL

2002 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,783 mi
Last recorded19,783 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Vespa11,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA794 GAL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 19,783 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 19,539 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 18,934 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 18,388 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 17,287 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 16,217 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,762 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,632 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 12,345 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 12,345 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 11,581 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 9,055 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 9,055 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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A794 GAL is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 11,181 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A794 GAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A794 GAL registered?

A794 GAL is a 2002 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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The MOT history for A794 GAL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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